Category Archives: Gardening

Make Your Own Sunshine

Posted on January 5, 2021 by Ivy de Leon

There is one thing I do for myself weekly.  It’s not an expensive purchase … although it could be.   Here is a clue, I grown it at home. It needs sunshine.    Are you following?   It shifts my mindset to … Continue reading →

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March into Spring

Posted on March 5, 2020 by Ivy de Leon

Welcome back!   March brings spring renewal.   After taking a winter break from the blog,  March has me excited for Spring.    I’m starting to see snowdrops, daffodils and iris peeking in the flower beds, all signs of a new season … Continue reading →

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Welcome March Madness with these garden inspired tablescape essentials

Posted on March 5, 2019 by Ivy de Leon

March arrived like a lion.  While the snow melts, I’m seeing green and feeling lucky. March Madness, St. Patrick’s Day and Easter have me excited to bring on the green tablescapes. Dutch tulips and boxwood topiary are favorites all year … Continue reading →

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Monday Motivation: You Are Enough

Posted on July 2, 2018 by Ivy de Leon

Happy Monday! Monday motivation…. reminder….you are enough!  All the little parts make us unique.   Get up and do what you do, learn, grow, share and happiness will follow. Thanks for stopping by.

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Lessons From The Garden: What My Wisteria Shrub Taught Me

Posted on August 9, 2016 by Ivy de Leon

Good morning all! August is here! Can you believe it. Where did July go? It has been very hot here until last week when we had cooler temps.   I started attending to the flower beds. Wisteria was growing out … Continue reading →

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Independence Day Outdoor Entry Makeover

Posted on June 28, 2016 by Ivy de Leon

Independence Day is just around the corner.  We are also getting ready to celebrate my mother-in-law’s birthday.  I want to make an inviting entry for family and friends.   I’ve been busy sprucing up the backdoor entry to the house. … Continue reading →

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Botanicals No Green Thumb Necessary

Posted on January 12, 2016 by Ivy de Leon

Now that the Christmas decorations and wreaths have been put away, I’m longing for a little green décor to liven things up during the winter months.  Botanicals prints are an alternative, no green thumb necessary.  Fabrics, art,  pillows and decorative plates in beautiful … Continue reading →

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Country Flowers At Home

Posted on June 23, 2015 by Ivy de Leon

Summer is here! Country living in Warwick, NY is beautiful. We are enjoying the summer at home.  Many of the plants around the house are in bloom.  Every now and then I cut a few stems here and there and bring them inside to enjoy. … Continue reading →

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Martyn Lawrence Bullard’s Eden Chandelier For Daum

Posted on April 16, 2015 by Ivy de Leon

Martyn Lawrence Bullard, a Los Angeles based interior designer, is renowned for his broad range of styles and eclectic designs.  Martyn is also an award winning designer, known for creating seductive interiors.  I had a chance to visit him at the Daum … Continue reading →

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Caps On The Water: Get the Look

Posted on April 7, 2015 by Ivy de Leon

Spring has arrived; we are focusing on our backyard.  We want to head outside and enjoy the long days.  We took some inspiration while on spring break to one of our favorite places to dine,  Caps On The Water.  The food is great.  You may … Continue reading →

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